The surface of the desk needs to allow a place so you can position a monitor directly in front of you, at least 20 inches away. The desk should provide a stable work surface and not be wobbly. The work surface of the desk should have a dull or a matte finish to help minimize reflections and glare. A desk that is adjustable may be the ideal solution if multiple people will be using the same desk.

People sitting a lot will definitely have an increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, and early death. Moreover, sitting for a very long time won’t burn many calories. In fact, lots of studies have linked it to obesity and weight gain. Today, this is the major problem of office workers since they often sit throughout the day. Good thing there are standing desks these days.

Sitting for long hours in an awkward or unnatural position can lead to neck and back pain which in turn can lead to repetitive strain injury as well as Carpal tunnel syndrome. A good ergonomic desk allows the user to adjust the height and angle of the keyboard shelf and monitor shelf for a more natural posture. It should also allow for proper clearance for the user’s legs as well as allow for natural placement of computer accessories to avoid putting the user in an uncomfortable position when attempting to work at their desk and use a computer.